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| - Found this place from restaurant.com - I would suggest printing a certificate because this a pricey place and you will want to try the antipasti and dessert !
First, let me mention the one negative part of my experience. We made an early reservation for 5:30 (the restaurant opens at 5:30). When we arrived there was only one table seated in the whole place but we still had to wait 15 minutes for our table! In the meantime the two girls manning the reservation table spent the time talking to each other.
Luckily, the experience got better once we were seated. Drinks and bread came quickly and we started with the antipasti - we choose cheese variety, deli meats, olives, and fruit spread. It all sounds basic, but was so yummy and flavorful when it arrived. It was a meal in itself (5 stars for this portion)
For dinner we ordered crab linguine, three other ordered the tuna special of the day, and the hubby ordered the steak. He made the best choice, the other dishes were fair/good. Nothing to scream about, but all edible enough so no complaints (3 stars here).
Even though we were full we opted to share the "house special" dessert of the gondola bowl. It's a cute creme brulee with fruit, sauce, and a chocolate gondola on top. It is a large dish so I would suggest sharing. As creme brulees go I would rate it above average because of the added sauce (3.5 to 4 stars)
Overall I rated it 4 stars, even though I was considering 3, since the Hyatt is a beautiful pace, the waitstaff is super attentive as there is a dedicated waiter and bus boy for the table, and the meal comes with...drumroll.....a complimentary gondola ride! There is a lake at the back of the property and they take you out for a 15-20 minute ride, including a singing gondolier! What a great topper !!
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